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Coronavirus: latest information and advice
The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC) and Public Health England (PHE) are leading the UK government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
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Fit testing face masks
Guidance on face fit testing and the measures that should be taken to minimise the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
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Social distancing, your business and in-work activities
What steps you and your business should take during the coronavirus outbreak.
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RIDDOR reporting of COVID-19
When, what and how you should report under RIDDOR.
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Protecting lone workers
New guidance to help manage risks and keep lone workers healthy and safe.
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The UK has left the EU, new rules from January 2021
As the transition period after Brexit comes to an end find out what you can do to prepare.
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Annual Science Review 2020
This year’s review focuses on how HSE uses science and evidence to support its role as a regulator.
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Welding fume: revised guidance
Ensure exposure to welding fume is adequately controlled with our revised guidance.
Press releases
- Health and Safety Executive cracks down on dust 24 September 2020
- Scaffolding company and director fined following fall from height fatality 11 September 2020
- Company fined after fatal incident using high pressure water jetting equipment 11 September 2020
- Spot inspections target Bolton and Trafford 10 September 2020
Safety alerts
HSE vacancies
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GIS Administrator
(£30,821 - £35,064)
This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to contribute to valuable operational and scientific projects, providing services and undertaking research and analysis to support HSE’s regulation and enforcement duties.
Closing date: 11 October 2020
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GIS Technician
(£25,674 - £29,051)
This role involves the maintenance of GIS data and maps to support HSE’s land use planning advice, as part of a team whose work includes demographics and geographical risk modelling, for both internal HSE stakeholders and external commercial customers.
Closing date: 11 October 2020
Training and events
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Following the fast-changing developments and escalation of the COVID-19 outbreak in the UK, HSE have taken the decision to postpone all of our face-to-face training and events until further notice.
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